Upcoming events.
Explore all the details on exciting upcoming events happening around Wilmington, Delaware. From live music and theater to dining downtown and more, there’s always something to look forward to. Don’t miss out on these fun experiences designed to help you live, work, and play to the fullest.
Tim Kelly Benefit Concert
Tim Kelly needs our support! Join Tunes for Tim at The Queen on Friday, April 25th, for an unforgettable night featuring Lyric Drive, Box of Rain, Love Seed Mama Jump, and Montana Wildaxe. Support a great cause and have fun while doing it—get your tickets now!
An Evening with Sutton Foster
Two-time Tony Award winner, Sutton Foster, is coming to The Playhouse! Fresh off her acclaimed Broadway run alongside Hugh Jackman in The Music Man, the theatre icon brings her dazzling talent to the stage for one unforgettable night. Don’t miss this spectacular evening—get your tickets now!
Happily Ever After Tea
A Royal Invitation Awaits! Step into a fairy tale at HOTEL DU PONT’s Happily Ever After Princess Tea. Little princes and princesses are invited for an enchanting afternoon filled with twinkling tiaras, magical tea service, and royal treats. Meet Belle, Snow White, and Tiana, and take home a special tiara, wand, sword, or shield to continue the adventure. Reserve your seats today and make magical memories that will last a lifetime!
9 Holes Anywhere Tournament
Join Theatre N for 9 Holes Anywhere, a unique blend of croquet and golf benefiting Wilmington’s nonprofit arthouse cinema.
Participate in your very own team of 4-6 or come solo and get matched with a team! Enjoy beer, sunshine, and an afternoon of fun, all while supporting Theatre N. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit the cinema’s programs and initiatives.
Early bird tickets are $40 now through March 31st, then $60 starting April 1st.
Interested in promoting your business while helping Wilmington’s only nonprofit arthouse cinema? Sponsorship opportunities are available through April 25, 2025.
Live & Local: Mike DiEleuterio
Join Makers Alley for live music in the beer garden! Grab an ice-cold craft beer, relax in their outdoor space, and vibe to the best local bands that Wilmington has to offer.
Amado Conducts Stravinsky
Join the Delaware Symphony Orchestra for a special evening to close the 119th season. Led by Music Director Laureate David Amado, the concert will feature Takemitsu's Twill by Twilight, Debussy's Printemps, and Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring—an unforgettable program of classical masterpieces Get your tickets now!
Egg Hunt & Easter Bunny Photos
Easter along the Riverfront means fun and activities for the whole family. Bring the kids and your furry friends for a festive Easter Egg Hunt at Riverfront Pets! Search for hidden treats, enjoy a fun-filled day, and capture the moment with a special photo shoot with the Easter Bunny. Don’t miss this celebration!
Sunday Brunch Buffet
It's Easter Sunday at Park Cafe. Attend their Brunch Buffet—an event perfect for the whole family! Enjoy a delicious feast featuring a carving station, salads, sides, omelet station, along with pastries and desserts. For your convenience three seatings are available: 10AM, 12PM, and 2PM. Visit online or call Park Cafe to reserve your table!
Easter Brunch
Join Tonic Seafood & Steak for Easter Brunch. The popular restaurant will be serving up delicious food and drinks, plus you'll be in great company! Bring your friends and family to celebrate this special day! Make your reservations today to secure your spot before they're gone!
SLEAZE FREAKS: An Indie Sleaze Revival Dance Party (18+)
Get ready for a fun night! Throw on your leather jacket, skinny jeans, and eyeliner, and hit the floor. Dance to the best indie rock, electroclash, and alt-anthems. Free entry with Live Work Play Card!
Full Moon Flow + Reiki
Experience lunar flow, a gentle practice blending yin, restorative yoga, fluid movement, and soulful stillness. Sessions incorporate astrological insights and shamanic energies to align with the moon’s cycle, fostering deep connection and inner balance. Perfect for all levels, this intentional space invites release, reflection, and renewal under the transformative power of the full moon.
Josh Christian Band
The Josh Christina Band brings high-energy rock and roll like you have never seen before! Celebrating the legacy of rock piano, their electrifying setlist spans legends like Jerry Lee Lewis, Elton John, Ray Charles, and Billy Joel. This is a can't miss event. Get ready for an unforgettable night of music that keeps the spirit of rock alive!
Free Wine Tasting
Visit Girard Craft and Cork for free wine tastings, where you can sample a variety of products. Enjoy a 5% discount on the featured products available during the tasting, exclusively for participants that evening. Must be 21+ and a valid ID is required to join the fun. Don’t miss out—sip, sample, and save!
Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike
Experience the award-winning comedy Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike! This witty and charming play follows three middle-aged siblings navigating family drama, unexpected romance, and hilarious surprises—all with a touch of Chekhovian humor. Don’t miss this critically acclaimed production that blends heart, laughter, and a dash of theatrical magic. Secure your tickets today!
Currie Self Care Day
Relax and rejuvenate with the ultimate spa day. A one-hour soothing massage, targeting tension in the neck, back, and shoulders. Afterward, unwind in an infrared sauna. Dates are available throughout April.
Delaware Running Festival
Get ready for a chance to qualify for the Boston Marathon. With a variety of race distances and a scenic route through Wilmington, the Delaware Running Festival is the perfect event for all levels. Grab your spot and join the excitement! Also enjoy discounts to select businesses and restaurants around Wilmington when you present your race bib!
Wilmington Singles Night
Join the fun at Wilma’s! This event is perfect for singles (30+) looking for love, new friends, or just a great time. Enjoy drink specials, a DJ, fun games, icebreakers and a lively crowd.
Party Animal Luau - Bar Loop
Party with a purpose at the Party Animal Luau Loop, presented by Out & About! Throw on your best luau gear, grab a $10 wristband, and hop between bars for drink specials. All proceeds benefit the Brandywine Zoo’s 120th anniversary!
2000s Dance Party with So Fetch
2000s lovers, this is your moment! So Fetch, DC’s ultimate 2000s tribute band, is here. Relive first-gen iPods, and the anthems that ruled your playlist—from Avril to Outkast, Blink to Beyoncé to Ke$ha. Break out the UGGs, and pop that collar—because So Fetch IS happening!
Free entry with Live Work Play Card!
City Restaurant Week
Wilmington’s fine dining scene stands out for its owner-operated restaurants—no chains, just locally owned gems. Each spring, these chefs come together for City Restaurant Week, offering a personal invitation to explore their creative dishes. With a variety of cuisines from Asian to French to Italian, experience the best dining Wilmington has to offer. Restaurant week kicks off March 31st and runs through April 5th. Reservations are strongly suggested!
Shot of Southern
Country music lovers, get ready for an exciting night! Shot of Southern, a modern country band from Philadelphia, is bringing the Nashville vibes straight to Tonic Seafood & Steak. Enjoy their high-energy performance by securing your tickets today!
Di Russo Conducts Brahms
Experience a captivating evening with conductor Michelle Di Russo, featuring composer Gabriela Ortiz’s Kauyumari to open the concert. Then, enjoy pianist Janice Carissa’s stunning performance of Prokofiev’s Third Piano Concerto. The program concludes with Brahms’ monumental Symphony No. 4. It will be a night of unforgettable music. Get your tickets now!
INshop Charity Tasting
Support Delaware’s arts community while enjoying live music, drinks, and great company! 100% of your $25 donation goes to the Light Up the Queen Foundation, funding music education programs across local organizations. In 2024, over $65,000 was raised to keep the music alive!
Sip on beer, wine, and spirits while mingling, and take advantage of a 10% discount—plus, 10% of all sales go back to the foundation. Give back, have fun, and make a difference!
Sunday Family Funday
Enjoy active playtime for young kids and a chance to connect with other families on select Sundays this school year! Little ones can explore free play, developmentally appropriate games, and obstacle courses—all designed for fun and learning. Perfect for children up to age 5 with adult supervision. RSVP now!
Toast to Twilight
Indulge a Gilded Age-inspired evening at HOTEL DU PONT. Guests are invited to gather in the lavish lobby, raise a glass, and enjoy complimentary sips of wine in a modern take on a timeless tradition. Must be 21+ to participate. RSVP today!
Lower Case Blues x Alicia Maxwell Project
Enjoy LCB, a trio blending traditional blues with modern funk. They've earned the reputation of being one of the hardest working bands around. Joining is the Alicia Maxwell Project, a Delmarva band known for original tracks and soulful performances. Don’t miss this dynamic double feature!
'80s Dance Party
Come to The Grand to break out the neon and leg warmers—it’s time to dance! DJ Zip will be spinning the ultimate 80s playlist, featuring icons like Prince, Madonna, and Michael Jackson, plus unforgettable one-hit wonders. Get ready to groove, sing along, and relive the magic of the decade. Grab your tickets and hit the dance floor!
St. Patrick's Day at Chelsea Tavern
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Chelsea Tavern, one of Wilmington’s most popular brunch spots—making it the perfect place for the holiday! Enjoy a full day of brews, delicious food, and festive vibes. Grab a friend, raise a glass, and join the fun in the heart of Wilmington. Don't forget your green! Contact Chelsea Tavern for more information.
Fearless Improv
Unleash creativity and quick thinking in this Intro to Improv workshop, perfect for building confidence and embracing spontaneity, no experience needed. Then, see the excitement of live improv comedy, where audience suggestions shape the show in real time. While all are welcome, some content may be best suited for ages 18+. Workshop enrollment includes a complimentary show ticket—sign up now and join the fun!
Yin Revival
Join participants of all levels to experience a combination of yoga & sound therapy. Whether you're seeking to enhance your flexibility or simply yearning for a mindful and rejuvenating practice, this class offers a space for you to thrive. Nurture your body, expand your awareness, and experience the harmonious flow. Sign up today!
Disco Biscuits
Catch the Disco Biscuits, pioneers of "Trance-Fusion," as they continue to bridge the gap between EDM and jam rock. Known for their transformation and invention, this Philadelphia-based band pushes sonic boundaries and explores new storytelling avenues with every performance. Get tickets now before they're gone!
Empanada Pop-Up
Enjoy a delicious 3-course dinner at Park Cafe to kick off your weekend. The menu is crafted by Chef Michelle Rodenheiser of the popular Empanalgas. Cocktails and beverages will be available to order. Reservations for this event are required to attend. RSVP now!
Cavalera "Third World Trilogy" Tour
Feel the death metal power of Cavalera at the "Third World Trilogy" Tour featuring former members of Sepultura, with support from Dead Heat, Necrot, and Backlash. Get Buy One, Get One Free Tickets—no password needed! This is a show you won’t want to miss!
Noche de Verano Sin Ti: Bad Bunny Night
It's Bad Bunny Night! Enjoy Bad Bunny’s DTmF albums and Un Verano Sin Ti, along with reggaeton, dembow, merengue, and Latin dance hits. Free entry with a Live Work Play Card (valid for 2 tickets). Don’t miss out on the party—grab your tickets now!
Delaware Blue Coats Marvel Superhero Night
Basketball and comic fans suit up! The Blue Coats are hosting Marvel Superhero Night during their game against the Greensboro Swarm. The Blue Coats, G League Affiliate of the Philadelphia 76ers, offer action packed basketball at an accessible price point. The future stars of the Sixers could be playing for the Blue Coats today.
Get your tickets while they last!
Trivia Thursday at Makers Alley
Think you know your hops from your lagers? Join Makers Alley for a Beer themed trivia night! Grab your crew, sip on your favorite brews, and compete for bragging rights (and prizes!). From craft beer history to fun facts about your favorite pints, it’s the perfect excuse to drink and think.